Dog Fence Collar: In 5 Easy Steps
I live on a large property and set fences around my house and a few other areas. It takes a lot of time and effort, but if you’re willing, it works. Another highlight is the collar’s adjustable fit, which can fit necks from 6 to 26 inches in circumference. Finally, the system comes with enough wire to contain 1/3 of an acre and can expand with extra wire from Pet Safe to up to 25 acres.
I do recommend measuring your dog’s neck before ordering so that you know what size collar to get. After creating your fence, walk near the boundary with the collar and your phone in hand. When you get within 10 feet of the boundary, the collar and your phone should emit an alert tone if the fence is working. As you get within 5 feet of the fence, a different tone sounds, and as you reach the border, the collar and your phone will start to vibrate. You can test the fence at different points to make sure it’s working all-around. You also need to make sure to keep at least 30 feet of distance between the fence boundary and your home or another structure to make sure that your dog can pass through without correction.
We put careful consideration into the fences that made our list. We considered the square footage they covered, correction methods used, collar quality, battery life, and fencing quality. Our list includes collars that are best used outdoors along with those that can work indoors or outdoors.
Halo Fences are not created using a wire, so they can’t be cut, damaged, and don’t need to be installed underground. In additon, Halo Fence posts can be placed anywhere, and are not limited by geography or other obstacles that prevent the installation of a wire. With 8 levels of adjustable correction modes, the system will accommodate to each dog’s different personality and temperament to stay within the containment dog fence collar area. The receiver has a battery life indicator and has 2-hour rapid charge lithium polymer batteries. The E-FENCE 3500 system comes with 500 feet of 20 gauge wire and additional wire can be purchased to cover up to 40 acres. Maintaining the system is made easy with the Boundary Wire Continuity Light, where the light turns off and the transmitter makes a warning beep for any disconnected wire.
Any dog that is restrained outside by a tether must only be restrained for a period of time that is not reckless and in compliance with this section. Adequate space in the primary enclosure for the particular type of animal depending upon its age, size, species, and weight. Any person in violation of this section shall be imprisoned not exceeding 11 months, or fined not less than $50.00 nor exceeding $500, or both. (3) subjecting a dog to dangerous conditions, including attacks by other animals. No dog under the age of 6 months shall be tethered outside for any length of time. Any person who makes unlawful use of animals contrary to this section commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture not to exceed $100 may be adjudged.
For example, if a dog gets loose and causes damage to another person, their dog, or livestock, the owner can face penalties even if they didn’t know their dog was “at large”. Our four-legged friends aren’t always so friendly when they are left loose in unfamiliar situations, or tied up uncomfortably. If a dog bites another person or pet, or they are restrained in a manner not compliant with Texas law, their owner could face legal trouble and fines, even if they intended no harm. (1) Keep any dog on a permanent tether that restricts movement of the tethered dog to an area less than one hundred thirteen square feet (113 sq. ft.), or less than a six foot (6′) radius at ground level. (i) Excessive waste or excrement in the area where the dog is tethered.(ii) Open sores or wounds on the dog’s body.(iii) The use of a tow or log chain, or a choke, pinch, prong or chain collar.
SpotOn also allows you to create multiple fences for your dog using the same collar. This is beneficial if you own multiple homes or have different areas of your property that your dog visits or you take your dog camping. You can create new fences in each location that you visit with your dog and the app and collar will remember all fences until you delete them.